VolvoGirl, thanks so much for answering. The woman at the IRS (taxpayer advocate) specifically told me to file again. She said it would be MUCH faster than waiting and that it would not create any problems. When they finally open the paper copy, she said they will see that it is already in the system. I know -- I have trepidations about it too, but this is so frustrating. I'm not at all confident that IRS hasn't lost or thrown away the paper copy I submitted! (Just by contrast, the Passport Office also had a months long backup when they started processing again in June. They post weekly updates on their website reporting the progress they are making. It doesn't seem like too much to ask )
